Overview

• The opposition, led by MP Tejasvi Surya, plans litigation, Vidhana Soudha petitions and parliamentary motions to halt the project.
• The 18-kilometre tunnel will be built under a modified Build-Own-Operate-Transfer model with a one-way car-only toll of ₹660.
• Surya accused consultants of preparing a flawed Detailed Project Report that copies data from Malegaon and Nashik and involves blacklisted firms.
• The BJP argues the scheme sidelines buses, autos and two-wheelers and will benefit wealthy car owners while worsening private vehicle use.
• Despite the pushback, the Congress-led Karnataka government is advancing tender preparations and finalising BOOT arrangements.